Waterfall Hikes Near Jefferson, OR

3,324 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
46 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Jefferson? There are 46 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Jefferson. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 44.7171°N, -123.0068°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Jefferson

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

46 of 46 gauged

35 of 46 waterfalls near Jefferson are flowing strongly today

Alsea Falls Roaring Green Peak Falls Roaring Ayers Creek Falls Strong Horseshoe Falls Strong Stout Creek Falls Strong Stasel Falls Strong Berry Creek Falls Roaring Cascade Falls Moderate Painter Falls Moderate Double Falls Roaring Drake Falls Roaring Drift Creek Falls Roaring Lower North Falls Roaring Lower Shellburg Falls Roaring Lower South Falls Roaring Middle North Falls Roaring North Falls Roaring Shellburg Falls Roaring Winter Falls Roaring Upper North Falls Roaring Twin Falls Roaring South Falls Roaring Echo Falls Roaring Euchre Falls Roaring Silver Falls Roaring Valsetz Falls Roaring Fall Creek Falls Roaring Haines Falls Moderate Lee Falls Moderate Jackson Falls Strong Little Lee Falls Moderate Lower Soda Falls Strong Moose Creek Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Upper Soda Falls Strong Martin Falls Roaring McNabb Falls Strong Pegleg Falls Moderate Salmon Falls Roaring Sullivan Creek Falls Roaring Willamette Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Mostly Sunny · 73°F

Tod 69°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 72°F Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sun 71°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 73°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 75°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 81°F Sunny
Thu 78°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Jefferson

Updated about 1 hour ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Fall Creek Falls Roaring · 504 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Berry Creek Falls Roaring · 117 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Martin Falls Roaring · 350 cfs 99th percentile
  4. 4 Sullivan Creek Falls Roaring · 1570 cfs 98th percentile
  5. 5 Salmon Falls Roaring · 1570 cfs 98th percentile
  6. 6 Silver Falls Roaring · 324 cfs 97th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Jefferson (10 waterfalls)

Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Jefferson (34 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Lower Shellburg Falls waterfall

Lower Shellburg Falls

23.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.8 miles 500 ft
Shellburg Falls waterfall

Shellburg Falls

20.5 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.8 miles 400 ft
Drift Creek Falls waterfall

Drift Creek Falls

12.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.2 miles 540 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

21.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 610 ft

All 46 Waterfalls Near Jefferson

Painter Falls waterfall

Painter Falls

46.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Fall Creek Falls waterfall

Fall Creek Falls

14.2 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Salmon Falls waterfall

Salmon Falls

Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

47.3 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

32.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
7.2 miles 800 ft
Henline Falls waterfall

Henline Falls

35.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.8 miles 200 ft
Sullivan Creek Falls waterfall CC

Sullivan Creek Falls

3.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Soda Falls waterfall

Upper Soda Falls

39.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Soda Falls waterfall

Lower Soda Falls

38.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Valsetz Falls waterfall

Valsetz Falls

8.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Green Peak Falls waterfall

Green Peak Falls

7.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Moose Creek Falls

39.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

37.3 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Alsea Falls waterfall

Alsea Falls

7.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
2.4 miles 200 ft

Euchre Falls

35.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Baker Creek Falls waterfall

Baker Creek Falls

35.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
McNabb Falls waterfall

McNabb Falls

45.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Martin Falls

37.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Little Lee Falls

29.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fall Creek Falls waterfall

Fall Creek Falls

47.7 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Jefferson

Are there free waterfalls near Jefferson?

There are 21 free waterfalls near Jefferson, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Jefferson?

There are 10 easy waterfall hikes near Jefferson, including Alsea Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Jefferson?

There are 34 dog-friendly waterfalls near Jefferson, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Jefferson?

There are 36 kid-friendly waterfalls near Jefferson, including Abiqua Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Jefferson?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Jefferson, including Abiqua Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Jefferson?

The shortest waterfall hike near Jefferson is Abiqua Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Jefferson?

The tallest waterfall near Jefferson is Double Falls at 178 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Jefferson?

Yes, 45 waterfalls near Jefferson have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Jefferson?

The closest waterfall to Jefferson is Lower Shellburg Falls, approximately 21.4 miles away.

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